Speaking A1 practice: 22 questions with answers
✍️ By the PassDutch editorial team · Last updated: 15 November 2026 · About PassDutch
Speaking · Spreken A1
Here are 22 practice questions for Speaking A1, with the correct answer and an explanation in English. Open a question for the full explanation, or practise everything in the practice tool.
With videos, pronunciation and translation in your language.
📋 Key facts about the real exam
- Format
- On the computer
- Duration
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- €150 for the complete basic exam (KNS, reading and speaking)
- Where
- At a Dutch embassy or consulate
Prices and rules can change. Always check the official source before you book.
All questions: Speaking A1
- 1. What is your name?
Hoe heet u? - 2. Where do you live?
Waar woont u? - 3. What do you like to do in your free time?
Wat doet u graag in uw vrije tijd? - 4. How many children do you have?
Hoeveel kinderen heeft u? - 5. Finish the sentence: In the morning I drink …
Maak de zin af: 's Ochtends drink ik … - 6. How old are you?
Hoe oud bent u? - 7. Where are you from?
Waar komt u vandaan? - 8. Which languages do you speak?
Welke talen spreekt u? - 9. What is your job?
Wat is uw beroep? - 10. Are you married?
Bent u getrouwd? - 11. What do you like to eat?
Wat eet u graag? - 12. How do you get to work or school?
Hoe gaat u naar uw werk of school? - 13. What do you do at the weekend?
Wat doet u in het weekend? - 14. What is your favourite colour?
Wat is uw lievelingskleur? - 15. What time do you get up?
Hoe laat staat u op? - 16. Who is in your family?
Wie zit er in uw familie? - 17. Finish the sentence: In winter it is …
Maak de zin af: In de winter is het … - 18. Finish the sentence: I live in a …
Maak de zin af: Ik woon in een … - 19. Finish the sentence: My brother's name is …
Maak de zin af: Mijn broer heet … - 20. Finish the sentence: On Saturday I go to …
Maak de zin af: Op zaterdag ga ik naar … - 21. Finish the sentence: When I'm ill, I go to the …
Maak de zin af: Als ik ziek ben, ga ik naar de … - 22. Finish the sentence: I am learning Dutch because …
Maak de zin af: Ik leer Nederlands, want …
❓ Frequently asked questions
How long does the real Speaking A1 exam take?
The real exam takes 30 minutes. Real exam: 22 tasks in 30 minutes. You answer questions and finish sentences.
What does the Speaking A1 exam cost?
€150 for the complete basic exam (KNS, reading and speaking). Prices can change, so check the official website before you book.
Where do you take the Speaking A1 exam?
At a Dutch embassy or consulate.
Are these official DUO exam questions?
No. PassDutch writes its own practice questions in the style of the real exam. You can also do the free official practice exams on the government websites listed below.
Can I practise Speaking A1 in my own language?
Yes. Every question has a translation and an explanation in 24 languages. You can start for free.
🏛️ Official sources
- IND – Basisexamen inburgering in het buitenland
- Naar Nederland (DUO)
- Rijksoverheid – Inburgering in het land van herkomst
Checked by PassDutch in November 2026.